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October 9, 2013

Join us at the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre on November 19th at 7:30 p.m. for: "From Pole to Pole: A Tale of Exploring Other Worlds by Exploring our Own" by Dr. Gordon "Oz" Osinski The idea that objects from outer space periodically strike the Earth is not new. But the realization that meteorite impact events have profoundly affected the origin and evolution of the Earth, and of life itself, has resulted in a paradigm shift in the natural sciences in recent years. From collecting meteorites in Antarctica to exploring the most recently identified impact crater in Canada on…

October 8, 2013

  Pan-Territorial Permafrost Workshop Explorer Hotel – November 5 – 7, 2013 As the climate continues to change, thawing permafrost is becoming an increasingly complex issue across the North. Much of the infrastructure in the North was built under the premise that permafrost would remain frozen. Therefore, recent changes in climate and landscape pose a serious risk to infrastructure stability. However, this challenge also poses opportunities for innovation as new tools, practices, and techniques are continually being developed to better adapt. Currently there is significant activity and research around permafrost in the North. Workshop planners are keenly aware of this…

July 11, 2013

2013 Law and Ethics Seminar Brochure NAPEG is hosting two full days on Law and Ethics. This seminar is for all professionals and for others who are working toward professional status.  Several speakers are already confirmed and the full agenda will be available shortly.   This seminar promises to be an excellent opportunity to increase your knowledge of the law and to consider cases that require ethical decision making.    Click here for the registration form.   We hope you can join us!    

May 14, 2013

NAPEG is pleased to announce the winners of the 2013 NAPEG Awards:  President’s Medallion Hendrik Falck, P.Geo. Professional Award of Merit – Geoscience Gary Vivian, P.Geo. Award for Environmental Excellence Diavik Diamond Mine Inc. for the Wind Farm Project Service Award Kevin Hodgins, P.Eng. Civic Award Lloyd Henderson, P.Eng. Honorary Membership Walt Humphries Young Achievers Award Jaime Goddard, P.Eng. Member-in-Training Award Katrina Nokleby, MIT Science Teaching Award Terri Skinner (Paatsaali School, Sanikiluaq, NU) Deborah Wotherspoon (Echo Dene School, Fort Liard, NT) View photos from the 2013 Awards Banquet.

May 24, 2012

The May 2012 newsletter includes information on an amended Annual Dues Policy, regional news and national news.

May 10, 2012

The following individuals and organizations were honoured at the NAPEG Awards Banquet on May 10, 2012: Professional Award of Merit – Engineering: Stantec Architecture Ltd. and the City of Yellowknife for the Yellowknife Field House Professional Award of Merit –  Geosciences: Lou Covello, P.Geo. Award for Environmental Excellence: Northwest Territories Power Corporation and ITI, GNWT for the Fort Simpson Solar Project Civic Award: Corporate: Williams Engineering Canada Inc. Individual: Natalie Plato, P.Eng. Service Award: Gary Strong, P.Eng. Young Achievers Award: Justin Hazenberg, P.Eng. Member-in-Training Award: Corina Peach, MIT Science Teaching Award: Gwen Young, Sir John Franklin Deb Horen, Mildred Hall…